Ledbetter Cowan Law Group

Ledbetter Cowan Law Group An experienced law firm practicing in Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate, Real Estate Closings. About Us

STEVEN W. LEDBETTER, ESQ. Steven W.
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Ledbetter is a licensed attorney representing clients throughout Sarasota, Charlotte, and Manatee Counties in Estate Planning (e.g., Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, Health Care Surrogate Designation), Probate, Trust Administration, Business Succession Planning, Guardianship, and Real Estate (including Title Insurance). He has been working as an attorney in these areas since 2002.

With the support of his experienced team, including paralegals who have over 60 years of combined experience in the probate and real estate fields, Steven collaborates with clients across Florida’s Gulf Coast, including Venice, North Port, Englewood, Osprey, Nokomis, Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, and Punta Gorda. Steven is a regular speaker on Estate Planning, Florida Residency, Trusts, and Homestead topics. A former President of the South County Division of the Sarasota Bar Association, Steven actively serves on the boards of local non-profit and charitable organizations. He also contributes to the community through service clubs and coaching youth sports at the local YMCA. A native Floridian, Steven is married to his wife, Lissa, and together they are the proud parents of three boys: Calder, Fisher, and Aaron. CALLIE W**D COWAN, ESQ. Callie W**d Cowan, Esq., became a partner at the newly named Ledbetter Cowan Law Group in 2025, marking a milestone in her legal career and underscoring her dedication to serving families in her community. Licensed to practice law in Florida since 2008, Callie is a graduate of Stetson University College of Law. Callie joined the firm in 2021, bringing her extensive experience in Family Law and her leadership in the nonprofit sector, including roles at Pregnancy Solutions and The Twig. As a Venice native, she combines her passion for supporting families with her legal expertise in Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Probate, and Trust Administration. She is committed to assisting clients as they plan for their future or navigate the challenges of loss. Her approach is deeply informed by her nonprofit leadership, her understanding of family law, and her heart for helping others. Callie lives in Venice with her husband, Nate, and their three children: Patrick, Grace, and David. She is an active member of Lift Church, serves on the boards of local non-profits, and enjoys performing at the Venice Theatre. LEDBETTER COWAN LAW GROUP
Ledbetter Cowan Law Group is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized, and expert legal solutions to families across Florida’s Gulf Coast. With a focus on Estate Planning, Probate, Trust Administration, Business Succession Planning, and Real Estate, the firm is proud to serve its clients during life’s most important transitions.

💰 Who pays what? How are agents getting paid? What happens when a deal falls apart?The Florida Realtors®/Florida Bar con...
06/22/2026

💰 Who pays what? How are agents getting paid? What happens when a deal falls apart?

The Florida Realtors®/Florida Bar contracts have changed—and understanding these updates is more important than ever.

Join Steven W. Ledbetter, Esq. for a practical Lunch & Learn designed specifically for Realtors. We'll break down the three contract changes having the greatest impact on today's transactions:

✔ Agent Compensation & Buyer Brokerage Agreements
✔ Closing Services Fees—Who Pays What?
✔ Escrow Deposits & Buyer Default Procedures

Plus, we'll cover other notable Florida Realtors®/Florida Bar contract updates, common mistakes we're seeing in real estate transactions, and answer your questions.

🍽 Lunch is provided!

📅 Wednesday, July 15
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Venice Area Board of Realtors®
680 Substation Road in Venice

Register today @ https://qrco.de/bgrgqW

Family Feud, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs! 🎉Today's Fun Friday took us to the Venice Area Chamber of Comme...
06/19/2026

Family Feud, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs! 🎉

Today's Fun Friday took us to the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce, where our team squared off in a lively game of Family Feud. Four teams entered the competition:

🦅 Legal Eagles
💼 Smart Assets
💀 The Executioners
⌨️ Ctrl + Alt + Defeat

Congratulations to our Smart Assets team for taking home the championship! 🏆⭐

While we spend our days helping clients navigate important legal matters, it's moments like these that remind us how valuable it is to step away from our desks, have some fun, and strengthen the relationships that make our team so special.

Thank you to everyone who participated, cheered each other on, and made another Fun Friday one to remember! 💙

🚨 Fraud is evolving. So should your defenses.Join us for our next Lunch & Learn at the Venice Area Board of Realtors as ...
06/10/2026

🚨 Fraud is evolving. So should your defenses.

Join us for our next Lunch & Learn at the Venice Area Board of Realtors as Kara Scott with Old Republic Title shares practical strategies to help identify and prevent fraud in real estate transactions.

You'll learn:
✔ Common scams targeting buyers, sellers, and agents
✔ Red flags to watch for during a transaction
✔ Identity verification best practices
✔ How fraudsters use fake documents and cybercrime tactics
✔ Steps to help protect clients, funds, and property
✔ Where and how to report suspicious activity

📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
🕚 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Venice Area Board of Realtors

Lunch is provided courtesy of Ledbetter Cowan Law Group.

🎟 Register today: https://qrco.de/bgrXBZ

Happy Birthday to Oksana Melnichenko, Esq.!Since joining Ledbetter Cowan Law Group, Oksana has brought a thoughtful appr...
06/09/2026

Happy Birthday to Oksana Melnichenko, Esq.!

Since joining Ledbetter Cowan Law Group, Oksana has brought a thoughtful approach, a strong commitment to her clients, and a wealth of knowledge to our Estate Planning team. We are grateful for the dedication, professionalism, and care she brings to our firm each day.

Please join us in wishing Oksana a wonderful birthday and a year ahead filled with happiness, success, and many reasons to celebrate!

Congratulations to Josie Kruse on reaching her 90-day milestone with Ledbetter Cowan Law Group!As a Client Experience Sp...
06/09/2026

Congratulations to Josie Kruse on reaching her 90-day milestone with Ledbetter Cowan Law Group!

As a Client Experience Specialist, Josie plays an important role in helping clients feel welcomed, supported, and cared for from their very first interaction with our firm. We appreciate the positive energy, professionalism, and commitment she brings to our team each day.

Thank you for everything you've contributed over the past 90 days, Josie. We're excited to have you as part of the LCLG family and look forward to all that's ahead!

Happy Birthday to Valerie Cottrell, our Director of Community & Engagement! 🎉Valerie has a gift for bringing people toge...
06/09/2026

Happy Birthday to Valerie Cottrell, our Director of Community & Engagement! 🎉

Valerie has a gift for bringing people together, creating meaningful connections, and making every event, celebration, and team experience feel special. Her positivity, creativity, and dedication help strengthen both our firm culture and our relationships throughout the community.

We are grateful for all she does and hope her day is filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of reasons to celebrate. Happy Birthday, Valerie! 🎂🎈

Welcome Keanu to the Peace of Mind Educational Series!We’re excited to introduce Keanu L. Schnepp, Esq., the newest addi...
06/05/2026

Welcome Keanu to the Peace of Mind Educational Series!

We’re excited to introduce Keanu L. Schnepp, Esq., the newest addition to Ledbetter Cowan Law Group and the fifth attorney to join our growing team. Keanu will be leading this month’s Estate Planning 101 seminar, where he’ll break down Wills, Trusts, Advance Directives, and other essential planning tools in a clear, approachable way.

Whether you’ve been putting off Estate Planning or simply want to better understand your options, this complimentary seminar is a great place to start.

📅 Friday, June 26
⏰ 9:30 – 10:30 AM
📍 Senior Friendship Center | Venice
☕ Coffee, juice, and pastries will be served.

Reserve your seat today by scanning the QR code or going to this link:
REGISTRATION: https://qrco.de/bgr64l

🎉 Happy Birthday, Rebekah Lozano — Real Estate Paralegal!Sweet, grounded, and always cheerful, your care and helpfulness...
05/29/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Rebekah Lozano — Real Estate Paralegal!
Sweet, grounded, and always cheerful, your care and helpfulness mean so much to our clients and our team.

🎉 Happy Birthday, Sam Higgins — Legal Assistant!Cheerful, bubbly, and hardworking, your positive energy brightens our da...
05/28/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Sam Higgins — Legal Assistant!
Cheerful, bubbly, and hardworking, your positive energy brightens our days. We’re grateful to have you on the team.

Thank you, Craig Hower, for your five-star review. We are grateful for the opportunity to help guide clients through the...
05/28/2026

Thank you, Craig Hower, for your five-star review. We are grateful for the opportunity to help guide clients through the Estate Planning process with clarity, organization, and care.

From the first meeting through the signing process, our goal is to make each step feel approachable, well-prepared, and supportive. Thank you for placing your trust in our team.

Address

229 Pensacola Road
Venice, FL
34285

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19412563965

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